Saxifragaceae

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Astilbe (Astilbe)

starry saxifrage

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saxifrage Penthorum Astilbe Astilbe philippinensis heartleaf foamflower Astilbe japonica strawberry begonia mountain lettuce Saxifraga paniculata Chinese bergenia Rosaceae Urticaceae Ulmaceae Elaeagnaceae Cannabaceae Moraceae Bruniaceae Connaraceae Crassulaceae Cunoniaceae

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